CIVILIZATION
INDUS VALLEY
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What does Buddha mean?
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a Sanskrit word meaning “awakened”; the name given to the man who founded Budhhism
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the religion founded by Siddhartha, which teaches that life brings suff ering that one can escape by seeking nirvana through enlightenment
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the four basic doctrines, or principles, of Buddhism
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Siddhartha Gautama (Pali Siddhattha Gautama), the historical founder of Buddhism, is often referred to as “Buddha", or “the Buddha". The word buddha literally means “awakened” or “that which has become aware". It is the past participle of the Sanskrit root budh, meaning “to awaken", “to know", or “to become aware".
Detailed explanation-2: -The word Buddha means “enlightened.” The path to enlightenment is attained by utilizing morality, meditation and wisdom. Buddhists often meditate because they believe it helps awaken truth.
Detailed explanation-3: -Etymology. Borrowed from Sanskrit (buddhá).
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